#4F311F

#4F311F

Overview

#4F311F is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 79, 49, 31, in HSL 22.5°, 43.6%, 21.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 38.0%, 60.8%, 69.0%. The nearest named color is RAL 8011 Nut Brown.

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Color Values

HEX

#4F311F

RGB

79, 49, 31

HSL

22.5, 43.6%, 21.6%

HSV

22.5, 60.8%, 31.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 38.0%, 60.8%, 69.0%

OKLCH

0.3451 0.0526 51.2

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #4F311F;
color: #4F311F;
border-color: #4F311F;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 950 #422006

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

11.72:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.79:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #4F311F?

RGB(79, 49, 31) · HSL(22.5, 43.6%, 21.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 38.0%, 60.8%, 69.0%)

Does #4F311F meet WCAG contrast on white?

11.72:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #4F311F?

Use FFFFFF text on a #4F311F background; contrast on black is 1.79:1.